Ravensthorpe

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Ravensthorpe Shire, on the Fitzgerald Coast of Western Australia’s Golden Outback, boasts 200 kilometres of amazing coastline and pristine natural bushland covering two thirds of the region. Situated south-east of Perth, between Esperance and Albany, it enjoys a temperate Mediterranean climate with beautiful sunny winter days and cool summer nights.

The town of Ravensthorpe is surrounded by ancient rocky ranges, rugged river valleys, vast sand plains, rare animal species and historical mining sites. Visit in spring and you’ll also be treated to an awesome display of Western Australian wildflowers. Stop and enjoy the town’s facilities, including a rest area, public toilets and barbeque facilities in Jubilee Park on Morgan’s Street.

Fitzgerald Coast Visitor Guide

Held annually in September, the town of Ravensthorpe along Western Australia’s Southern Coast hosts the Ravensthorpe Wildflower Show, regarded as one of the biggest wildflowers displays in the world, with over 600 labelled specimens.

Follow the video links below to view more.

Ravensthorpe Wildflower Show

Ravensthorpe Wildflower Show

The Ravensthorpe Wildflower Show is regarded as one of the biggest displays of wildflowers displays in the world. Sue Leighton, Show Coordinator and Horticulturalist explains more.

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